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What property of metals allows them to withstand heavy loads in structural elements?
What property of metals allows them to withstand heavy loads in structural elements?
Strength and durability
Why is ductility important in creating structural components?
Why is ductility important in creating structural components?
To be easily shaped and formed without losing strength
Which property of metals helps maintain structural integrity in harsh environmental conditions?
Which property of metals helps maintain structural integrity in harsh environmental conditions?
Corrosion resistance
What role do some metals like copper and aluminum play in electrical systems?
What role do some metals like copper and aluminum play in electrical systems?
In what type of applications is high heat resistance of certain alloys crucial?
In what type of applications is high heat resistance of certain alloys crucial?
Why are metals considered environmentally sustainable choices?
Why are metals considered environmentally sustainable choices?
What is the melting point in relation to metals and alloys?
What is the melting point in relation to metals and alloys?
Define thermal conductivity with respect to metals and alloys.
Define thermal conductivity with respect to metals and alloys.
Explain what electrical conductivity means for metals and alloys.
Explain what electrical conductivity means for metals and alloys.
What is corrosion resistance in the context of metals and alloys?
What is corrosion resistance in the context of metals and alloys?
Define reactivity in relation to metals and alloys.
Define reactivity in relation to metals and alloys.
What does ductility mean for metals and alloys?
What does ductility mean for metals and alloys?
What are the key properties of metals?
What are the key properties of metals?
When did humans start smelting copper?
When did humans start smelting copper?
What is an alloy?
What is an alloy?
Name the first alloys created by humans.
Name the first alloys created by humans.
What are some common elements found in metals and alloys?
What are some common elements found in metals and alloys?
How have metals and alloys contributed to modern civilization?
How have metals and alloys contributed to modern civilization?
